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Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
By: Mamman Mohammed
The federal government, in collaboration with international agencies, development partners, and three Nigerian states of Yobe, Borno and Adamawa, have advocated for a joint partnership in managing internal displacement in Nigeria.
The partners made the call today in Abuja, at the launching of the State Action Plan on Durable Solution to Internal Displacement for implementation in the three states of Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa.
Nigeria’s vice president, Kashim Shettima, assured the support of the federal government to make the action plan successful and beneficial to the displaced communities in the participating states.
He lauded the United Nations and its agencies and the international community for their commitment to address one of Nigeria’s most challenging problems.
Mr. Robert Piper, the Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary-General on Durable Solutions, emphasised the importance of the action plan, urging the international community to rally behind Nigeria and its states to ensure successful implementation of the ambitious plan.
“This action plan represents a significant step towards providing long-term solutions to the challenges of displacement. It requires a collective effort and sustained support from all quarters,” he said.
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery, speaking on behalf of the Northeast Ambassadors Group, reiterated the UK’s commitment to assisting Nigeria in addressing the complex issues of prolonged displacement.
He assured continued support from his country and encouraged other international partners to contribute actively.
The Yobe state governor, His Excellency, Hon. Mai Mala Buni underscored the urgency of the collaboration to support the resettlement, reconstruction, and recovery agenda of the state government.
He appealed to both local and international donors to support Yobe government’s efforts in implementing the action plan to address the critical gaps and fast-track development in the state.
“We are determined to tackle the challenges of protracted displacement with a vision for sustainable recovery and development. We should work together to create lasting solutions that would not only address the immediate but also support long-term socio-economic growth,” Governor Buni stated.
In attendance were the governors of Borno and Benue States, representative of Adamawa State Governor, UN officials, UNDP Resident Representative in Nigeria, the World Bank, UNHCR, IOM, UN Women, World Food Program, UNICEF, among others.
The State Action Plan on Durable Solutions is designed to address immediate humanitarian needs while focusing on medium, and long-term socio-economic recovery and development of displaced communities.
Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
Gunmen abduct village head in Kajuru LGA, Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected kidnappers have abducted the Village Head of Bauda, Mr Obadiah Iguda, from his residence in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Zagazola Makama learnt from reliable sources that the incident occurred on June 29 at about 9:45 p.m., when an unspecified number of armed men stormed the community and forcibly took the 48-year-old traditional leader to an unknown destination.
Security forces were moblised to the scene and
commenced a manhunt for the suspects.
Security sources said concerted efforts in collaboration with other sister security agencies were ongoing to rescue the victim and apprehend the perpetrators.
Gunmen abduct village head in Kajuru LGA, Kaduna
Man dies by suicide after acid attack on girlfriend in Lagos
By: Zagazola Makama
A 43-year-old man, Pere Faruk, has reportedly died by suicide shortly after allegedly pouring acid on his girlfriend during a domestic altercation on Lagos Island.
Zagazola Makama report that the incident occurred at about 5:40 p.m. on June 30, at No. 8 Messy Street, Lagos Island.
According to family sources, Faruk’s younger brother, Pere Jeli, who resides nearby at No. 9 Igbosere Street, was informed of the incident and immediately raised alarm.
The victim, identified as Kemi Bashiru, was rushed to the Lagos Island General Hospital, where she is receiving treatment for severe burns.
Shortly after the attack, Faruk was discovered unresponsive in his room, with a bottle of Sniper insecticide found beside him, suggesting he took his own life.
His body was taken to the hospital and later deposited in a public mortuary for autopsy, while the scene of the incident was documented by responders.
Sources said police investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the altercation and its tragic outcome.
Man dies by suicide after acid attack on girlfriend in Lagos
One killed, six injured in grenade explosion at Kano scrapyard
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast one person killed and six others injured following the explosion of an unexploded ordnance (UXO) at a scrapyard in Kofar Dawanau area of Dala Local Government Area.
Zagazola Makama report that the incident occurred at about 5:30 p.m. on June 30, while metal scrap dealers were offloading items from a truck with registration number PKM 709 ZY.
Sources said that a hand grenade was identified as the source of the explosion during a preliminary post-blast investigation by the Bomb Disposal Unit (BOMPOL).
The explosion killed Hamisu Uzairu, a 55-year-old labourer from PRP Kwanar Jaba quarters in Nasarawa LGA. He was confirmed dead at the Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital, Kano.
Six other victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and were admitted at the same hospital for treatment.
They include: Sani Ahmed, Najib Sani, Jabir Tijani, Wada Abdullahi, Huzaifa Yusha’u and Bilyaminu Snu.
The scrap dealer, Jamilu Zakari Salisu, who owns the Kofar Dawanau Mini Scrapyard, reported the incident to the Dala Divisional Police Headquarters.
Police sources said the scene was immediately cordoned off and access restricted to ensure public safety, while further investigations are ongoing to trace the origin of the explosive.
The police advised scrap dealers and the general public to exercise caution and report any suspicious metallic objects to security agencies to prevent similar incidents.
One killed, six injured in grenade explosion at Kano scrapyard
Gunmen abduct village head in Kajuru LGA, Kaduna
Man dies by suicide after acid attack on girlfriend in Lagos
One killed, six injured in grenade explosion at Kano scrapyard
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